A Thousand Mornings
A Thousand Mornings by Mary Oliver is a collection of poetry published by Penguin on October 11, 2012. This edition spans 96 pages and is presented in English. In this work, Oliver draws on the imagery that has characterized her poetry, inviting readers into the natural landscapes of her home in Provincetown, Massachusetts. The poems reflect on both the beauty of nature and the poignant moments of life, showcasing Oliver’s ability to find depth in everyday experiences.
Readers will discover a range of themes in A Thousand Mornings, as Oliver engages with the intricacies of life, from the simple observations of nature to the emotional reflections on loss. Her writing is marked by a conversational tone and a keen sense of humor, addressing broader issues such as cultural concerns and environmental challenges. This collection offers insights into the connections between humanity and the natural world, making it a thoughtful exploration of both personal and universal themes.
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“Her compact poems are conversational and teasing, yet their taproots reach deeply into the aquifers of religion, philosophy, and literature . . . Oliver is funny and renegade as she protests cultural vapidity, greed, violence, and environmental decimation and ravishing in her close readings of nature.” —Booklist
“If you’re one of the many, many fans of National Book Award- and Pulitzer-winning poet Mary Oliver, you’ll very much welcome A Thousand Mornings.” —Shelf Awareness
The New York Times Bestselling collection of poems from celebrated poet Mary Oliver
In A Thousand Mornings, Mary Oliver returns to the imagery that has come to define her life’s work, transporting us to the marshland and coastline of her beloved home, Provincetown, Massachusetts. Whether studying the leaves of a tree or mourning her treasured dog Percy, Oliver is open to the teachings contained in the smallest of moments and explores with startling clarity, humor, and kindness the mysteries of our daily experience.
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